L. Daniela Alvarez

Daniela is a freelance writer who covers lifestyle and culture. In her free time, she's either cuddling with her goldendoodle Chai, buying plants, or having a picnic. Daniela is a Chicana from Los Angeles living in San Diego.
You’ll Find at Least 3 of This $2 Canned Staple in My Pantry at All Times
“I feel closer to both my husband and my mom.”
L. Daniela Alvarez
Sep 30, 2024
The “Adorable” $28 HomeGoods Kitchen Storage Find That Doubles as Decor (and Even Cookware!)
It has so many uses!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Sep 28, 2024
The $4 Trader Joe's Find I Always Bring as a Host Gift
You can use it in so many ways.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Sep 15, 2024
I Tried My Mexican Mother’s Old-School $1 Stainless Steel Cleaning Trick, and I’m Never Doing Anything Else
It’s proof she’s never wrong!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Sep 14, 2024
I Get to Enjoy My Wedding Bouquet Every Day Thanks to the Most Unique and Thoughtful Gift Ever
The newlyweds will thank you (forever).
L. Daniela Alvarez
Oct 5, 2023
I Just Found a Gadget to Eliminate All the Fur and Fuzz on My Kitchen Floors (I’ll Never Use Anything Else Again!)
It’s so easy to use.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Aug 23, 2024
This Jarred Salsa Is So Good, It (Almost) Tastes Better than My Mexican Mom’s Beloved Recipe
It transports me to my mom’s kitchen.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Aug 19, 2024
The Brilliant Way I Completely Transformed My Plain White Kitchen Wall for Just $132 (It Added So Much Storage!)
Smart storage has never looked so good.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Aug 12, 2024
This $32 Upgrade Instantly Gave My Kitchen a Rustic Moroccan Flair
It was the easiest DIY project ever.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Aug 5, 2024
The “Adorable” $15 HomeGoods Kitchen Find That Doubles as Storage (It’s Perfect for Summer!)
It’s a dupe for a $125 pitcher from Sur la Table.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jul 8, 2024
The Unexpected Cleaning Tool I Use Every Single Day in My Kitchen (on Practically Every Surface!)
It has so many uses.
L. Daniela Alvarez
May 26, 2024
If You Spot This “Striking” IKEA Find, Grab It (Must-Have for Summer!)
It adds instant sunshine to my space.
L. Daniela Alvarez
May 7, 2024
This $45 Warming Tray Is a Must-Have for Hosting Outside (I Use It Every Time!)
Shopping
Because no one likes cold wings.
L. Daniela Alvarez
May 6, 2024
5 Things You Should Never Keep in Your Kitchen Cabinets, According to Pro Organizers
They could be sitting in your cabinets right now.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Apr 13, 2024
The 7 Best Fridge Organizers, According to the Pros
Because it really does make all the difference.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Apr 4, 2024
This $15 World Market Decor Gem Adds Instant Sunshine to My Kitchen
The best part? You can use it everywhere.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Mar 10, 2024
This “Adorable” Heart-Shaped $19 Kitchen Gem Doubles as Storage
Who said Valentine’s Day decor had to be cheesy?
L. Daniela Alvarez
Feb 3, 2024
Before & After: This $30 “Under-the-Sink Lazy Susan” Finally Organized My Clutter
You’ll want one for under every sink in your home.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Dec 29, 2023
The $2 Stainless Steel Cleaning Trick Hiding in Your Pantry
I had to try the viral hack myself, and it blew me away.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Dec 16, 2023
My Mom Puts This “Cozy” $20 Decor Gem on The Christmas Table Every Year
They also make a great host gift!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Dec 3, 2023
8 Cleaning and Organizing Products Chefs Swear by in the Kitchen
So simple yet so effective.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Nov 20, 2023
The $15 Target Decor Find Every Thanksgiving Table Needs (Plus, It’s a Great Host Gift!)
I loved it so much, I got two sets.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Nov 12, 2023
The Only Aprons You’ll Ever Need, According to Pro Chefs
Every home cook needs one.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Oct 29, 2023
I Don’t Normally Decorate for Halloween, But This $15 Find Has My Full Attention
There are dozens of colors to choose from.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Oct 8, 2023
The 8 Best (and Worst) DIY Cleaning Solutions Ranked by a Chemist
Just because it’s easy, doesn’t mean it’s safe.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Sep 24, 2023
7 Must-Have Functional Kitchen Decor Items, According to Interior Designers
They’re both pretty *and* versatile.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Sep 24, 2023
16 Latinx-Owned Grocery Brands to Keep Stocked in Your Kitchen
Members of #TeamMezcal, number 15 is for you.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Sep 15, 2023
18 Spooky-Chic Halloween Kitchen Decor Finds from IKEA, World Market, Crate & Barrel, and More
They’re scary good — on any budget.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Aug 29, 2023
The $35 Cold Brew Find for the Easiest Summer Mornings
Shopping
Especially for the triple-digit weather.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Aug 2, 2023
We Compared Prices for 10 Cleaning Products at Aldi Versus Target — And One Was *Way* Cheaper
Brand-name and off-brand items both had *major* cost differences.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jul 15, 2023
7 Charming World Market Decor Finds (Under $50) That Double as Kitchen Storage
You won't find these at most home goods retailers.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jul 11, 2023
This Nice-Smelling (and Eco-Friendly!) Kitchen Cleaner Is Basically Summer in a Bottle
It fights grease, grime, and odors without any harsh chemicals.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jun 29, 2023
I Tried (and Failed) to Keep Gnats, Ants, and Flies Out of My Kitchen — Then I Found 3 Products That Really Work
They even look good in your kitchen.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jun 7, 2023
The Game-Changing Japanese Home Organization Brand You’ve Never Heard Of — Until Now
Plus, why you won’t find them in most stores.
L. Daniela Alvarez
May 19, 2023
I Tried the TikTok Hack for Cleaning Under My Greasy Kitchen Cabinets
No scrubbing required!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Apr 20, 2023
The 7 Natural Products “Queen of Cleaning” Vanessa Amaro Uses in Her Kitchen
Plant-derived products can clean just as well as chemicals.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Apr 20, 2023